Tanita scales

[Dr. K]

Why do i feel like this thing is way off? I got a caliper test and was 14 this thing says i'm 22%!!! wtf?

 

[marshallmadman]

That's because there's no way they could work. My best guess is that they work off of a mathematical formula that takes into account your age, height, and weight. This formula probably comes from a chart that was developed to ballpark b.f. on normal couch potatoes. Ronnie Coleman in contest shape would probably register 33% on one of those. They're a joke.

 

[Dial_tone]

That's because there's no way they could work. My best guess is that they work off of a mathematical formula that takes into account your age, height, and weight. This formula probably comes from a chart that was developed to ballpark b.f. on normal couch potatoes. Ronnie Coleman in contest shape would probably register 33% on one of those. They're a joke.

Wrong, biolectrical impedance. If you read the manual (which nobody ever does) you'd find out they're most accurate between 4-6PM, heavily dependant on hydration level and not recommended for bodybuilders.

 

[kbrkbr]

My tanita consistantly shows me 4-5% fatter than calipers, but at least it's very consistant. It's faster and easier than calipers, and all I have to do is subtract that 4-5%. Plus it measures actual weight to within .5 lbs.

 

[Dr. K]

Wrong, biolectrical impedance. If you read the manual (which nobody ever does) you'd find out they're most accurate between 4-6PM, heavily dependant on hydration level and not recommended for bodybuilders.

Your right DT i did not read the manual. I weigh myself in the morning right out of bed. i just noticed now that i went from my 22% in the morning to 17%. Lets see what 5p.m. looks like. I still think that this is not accurate but at least it gives me a number to gauge my performance.

 

[kbrkbr]

Your right DT i did not read the manual. I weigh myself in the morning right out of bed. i just noticed now that i went from my 22% in the morning to 17%. Lets see what 5p.m. looks like. I still think that this is not accurate but at least it gives me a number to gauge my performance.

You've also got to set the gauge for your height.

 

[marshallmadman]

Wrong, biolectrical impedance. If you read the manual (which nobody ever does) you'd find out they're most accurate between 4-6PM, heavily dependant on hydration level and not recommended for bodybuilders.

Wrong! They're a scam. Bill Phillips told me that HMB would build muscle at an alarming rate, and that one didn't pan out. I put Tanita scales in the same category. You are right, they aren't recommended for bodybuilders/or African Americans like yourself. Therefore, they are worthless to most of the people that frequent this site. Your back's looking pretty thick btw...

 

[adam wj]

my parents have one at their place, they seem to like it

i had a 4% shift after eating a chicken breast and taking a piss so you can guess what i think of them

 

[Dial_tone]

They're not suitable for anyone of above average muscularity. Even the athlete mode is designed for endurance athletes, not weightlifters.

 

[Dr. K]

ok so i guess i should throw this shit away.

 

[slat1]

I have found with mine that I must set it as athlete even though I don't do the required level of cardio they mention. I set the height also. From there it is usually 3% above ( I stop on it a 6pm after urinating) the average I get with calipers when done professionally. I use it as a measuring stick. I still get my BF tested once a month. My model is old but it gives me a good snap shot as to where I am!

 

[Fast Twitch Fiber]

I've found mine to be 5-7% higher than underwater weighing or bod pod.

 

[wellbilt]

dial tone hit the nail on the head .i have one of these scales and have found huge fluctuations between readings and i know its inacurate because it says like 19% and i have a six pack so iam sure its off iam going to get myself a caliper and start taking measurements never measure bf yet iam guessing 10-12%